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Nursing Homes and Long Term Care – tips and questions Don’t just sign up for an official tour. Walk around and see the place for yourself. If you’re on the official tour ask to see other floors, otherwise you may only be shown the cleanest floor with the low maintenance patients. Ask what the resident mix is. Ask who your loved one may have for a roommate. Find out if it is possible that they could be placed with a resident with aggressive behaviour? Hang out in the lobby and see what kind of people surface. A lot of the time the physically fit, younger people will hang out there because they don’t have anywhere else to go. Visit the homes at meal time. This will allow you to see what the staffing ratio is and the resident mix for yourself. Also see what it’s like after meal time. How are the residents returned back to their rooms? Is there enough staff to care for them? If possible, go early in the morning to see if the residents are dressed for breakfast. If not, there likely isn’t enough staff to care for them all. Talk to the…
Things to ask your aging parents… It’s not easy. A growing number of families with aging parents and grandparents are facing some very tough questions. Where will their senior loved ones live? Who will care for them? Where can they find affordable care? The goal for many families is to help seniors remain independent and in their own homes as long as possible. Most don’t require constant supervision or medical attention, yet. Right now, all they really need is a helping hand. “Most seniors want to remain in the comfort and security of their own homes, and can do so safely with a little bit of help,” said Amy Szewczuk, Care Director and Owner of Amy’s Helping Hands. The company provides compassionate caregivers who go to the senior’s home and help with chores, such as light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, transportation, bathing, grooming, and medication reminders – tasks that have become difficult for seniors to perform. “Family members are the largest group of caregivers,” said Szewczuk. “Two…
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How to Make Dementia Care More Fun and Effective Through Improv Improvisation is a valuable tool when it comes to dementia care. It will allow our caregivers to connect and engage with our seniors facing cognitive challenges. By embracing unforeseen twists, improvisation helps caregivers learn more about our seniors with dementia care. Its spontaneity fosters creativity, adaptability, and lightheartedness helping to make dementia care more fun and effective for both our caregivers and our seniors. So, How Exactly Does Improv in Dementia Care Work? Improv in…
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Enjoying Spring to the Fullest: How In-Home Senior Care Can Help Your Loved One Stay Active As the warmth of spring spreads across Windsor and Essex County, it's the perfect time for seniors to get out, enjoy the fresh air, and engage in activities that bring them joy. However, for many seniors, mobility issues or health concerns may hinder their ability to participate in outdoor activities independently. That's where in-home senior care from Amy's Helping Hands comes in. In this article, we'll explore how our personalized in-home care services can support your senior loved…
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Understand Broken Heart Syndrome and How to Help Someone Who is Grieving Sometimes, the emotional pain of loss and grief can feel almost physically unbearable. Believe it or not, there is a medical term for this phenomenon “broken heart syndrome”. While temporary, the symptoms can be alarming. Let us understand this condition and how to support a loved one struggling with the weight of grief. What is Broken Heart Syndrome? Broken heart syndrome , also known as Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, is a temporary heart condition often triggered by severe emotional distress…
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Hopping into Independence: Easter Signs Your Senior May Need In-Home Care Easter is a time of renewal and fresh starts. As we celebrate with loved ones, it's the perfect opportunity to check in and make sure our senior family members are thriving. If you're noticing some subtle changes, in-home care services, like those offered by Amy's Helping Hands, can be like a basket full of support to help them maintain their independence at home. Spotting the Signs: A Springtime Checklist Household Hints: Are chores around the house becoming neglected? Unwashed dishes,…
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Palliative Care- letting your senior loved on pass at home Palliative care is a type of healthcare specifically designed for individuals and their families facing life-threatening illnesses that are in their advanced stages. This information helps to address common questions seniors have about palliative care, also known as hospice care. It helps to provide guidance on where seniors can access further information about available services. What is palliative care? Palliative care is to help enhance the quality of life for those who are critically or…
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The Difficult Emotions Every Family Caregiver Battles – and How to Let Them Go If you are feeling a bit discouraged in your role as caregiver, take heart; you’re in good company. Providing care help for a loved one is perhaps the most complex role we can hold: highly rewarding on the one hand, while simultaneously frustrating and ever-evolving, frequently resulting in feelings of doubt about whether we are up to the challenge and providing the most effective care. It’s why a number of family caregivers struggle with some or all of these types of feelings: Guilt: It…
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7 Tips to Better Manage Dementia and Incontinence Caring for a family member with dementia requires a combination of empathy and creativity to address challenging behaviors, especially in dealing with incontinence, an issue that is prevalent in Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. By implementing these proven strategies can effectively reduce the impact of incontinence and help prevent emotional distress for a family member with dementia. Choose your words carefully. When it comes to discussing incontinence products, try considering using…
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Keeping Seniors Safe: How In-Home Care in Windsor Prevents Falls and Enhances Home Safety For seniors in Windsor, Ontario, maintaining a safe home environment is essential for their well-being and independence. However, as age-related challenges arise, so do concerns about falls and household obstacles. Amy's Helping Hands understands the importance of creating a safe space for seniors to thrive. In this article, we'll explore how our in-home senior care services can prevent falls and address household obstacles, providing peace of mind for both seniors and their families. Helping…
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